Amare Stoudemire: Recruiting Officer

Amare Stoudemire is making himself accustomed to New York City.

The future Knicks' center's tour was underway last night at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre in Manhattan, where Stoudemire saw the Broadway hit "Rock of Ages." However, according to ESPN, "Stoudemire hinted that he'd be putting together a show of his own on Broadway next season."

Coming to a basketball court near you, soon to be playing at Madison Square Garden in New York City: The 2011-12 New York Knicks, starring Amare Stoudemire and featuring Carmelo Anthony and Tony Parker.

Wait, "Melo" and Parker?

ESPN:
"I've talked to Carmelo Anthony and [told him] that he needs to come here," Stoudemire said while standing on the corner of 47th St. and 8th Ave. after the show. "I've talked to Tony Parker. Both guys are ready to join me if I decide to come here. So we'll see if we can work it out."

What about LeBron James?

"That would be great," said Stoudemire, who wore a navy blue Yankees hat to the play.

The Knicks, of course, would have to swing a trade for either Anthony or Parker, both of whom are under contract next season."

So, looks likes Amare is going to start working as the Recruiting Officer of the New York Knicks. If the Knicks were to get "Melo" from the Denver Nuggets and Parker from the San Antonio Spurs, they'd be legitimate contenders for the NBA Finals. A complete haul of the roster would be a fresh start for the Knicks, and trading for Parker and Melo would do just that. Hopefully, for Knicks fans, Amare can reel in the big fish in James, but if not, Melo and Parker are good back-up options for next season.

More from ESPN: "Stoudemire confirmed to ESPNNewYork.com that he would be meeting with Knicks brass on Monday.

Saturday night, Stoudemire called the Knicks "one of the most historic franchises in NBA history. [New York] is a beautiful city. Madison Square Garden is definitely one of the most intriguing places to play. So they definitely have a few great points on their side."

When asked what he'd add to the Knicks roster, Stoudemire smiled and said, "We'll have to wait and see."

"I love New York, it's a great city," said Stoudemire, who left in a white limo shortly after being questioned by reporters."

Hopefully Amare can bring in the big guys in order to make the Knicks a contender again. It'd be great for the Knicks and for New York City to experience Championship Basketball again.

On a side note: Amare Stoudemire = one of my favorite players now. Why? He's a Yankees fan.

In other basketball news:
- The Atlanta Hawks re-signed Joe Johnson and agreed on a new six-year deal worth approximately $119 million. Johnson, considered a Knicks target, will now spend his days in Atlanta.
- Dirk Nowitzki re-signed with the Dallas Mavericks for a four-year deal worth $80 million.
- The Boston Celtics re-signed Paul Pierce to a four-year deal worth $61 million.